Showing results by author "Beck" in All Categories

I woke up to an empty apartment, and things just got worse from there. My roommate took everything, even my epic purple couch. Rent coming due means I’m desperate, but not desperate enough for Travis freaking Westmister to live with me...that is, until my brother convinces me his best friend and my mortal enemy is my only hope. Now the man I gave my v-card to before he disappeared is parading around my house shirtless, toned, tanned, and ripped. Oh, God, I will not go there. He broke my heart, and I hate his guts - except he’s not who I thought he was at all.

Trau keinem unter 60! Vier Umzüge und ein Todesfall: Mathilde und ihre Freundinnen gründen eine WG, um dem. drohenden Seniorenheim zu entrinnen. Doch offensichtlich ist man mit 60 nicht viel schlauer. als mit 20, und der schöne Plan schlägt fehl. Statt in der Oldie-Idylle finden sich die vier. plötzlich im Mehrgenerationen-Chaos wieder. Und dass die Hormone genauso verrückt. spielen wie früher, merken sie nicht nur an Hitzewallungen. Machen wir uns nichts vor: Eher bricht der Weltfrieden aus, als dass eine Frau über fünfzig. noch einen Mann findet.

Chad Stone’s life hasn’t gone the way he’d hoped over the past year. He was laid off and forced to live with his parents in their basement. He dove headfirst into a popular MMORPG and built a crafting empire that made him one of the richest players in the game. However, FFO gamers worldwide began mysteriously vanishing while playing the game, and no one has a clue what happened to them or where they are. Chad soon finds out firsthand when he is sucked into another world while playing the game.

In deze serie colleges over "Oosterse filosofie" nemen filosofen en deskundigen u mee naar verschillende filosofische en spirituele tradities in India, China, Tibet en Japan: hindoeïsme, (zen)boeddhisme, confucianisme en taoïsme, waarbij het "denken vanuit het hart" een grote rol speelt. Zowel de oude als de moderne tradities komen aan bod. De serie wordt afgerond met een college comparatieve filosofie oost-west, waarin wordt stilgestaan bij de overeenkomsten en verschillen en het belang van de dialoog tussen de verscheidene wereldbeschouwingen.

Intermezzo ist die Geschichte zweier ungleicher Brüder. Als Ivan klein war und Peter ein Teenager, standen die beiden sich nahe, später wurden sie einander immer fremder. Als sie ihren Vater verlieren, reißen alte Wunden auf. Ihre Schuldgefühle, ihre Suche nach Sinn und Nähe treiben beide Brüder zu den Frauen in ihren Leben. Doch jeder von ihnen muss einen Weg finden, eine übermächtige Aufgabe zu meistern: wirklich zu trauern. Und wirklich zu lieben.

Tessa Thompson thought she was done with puzzles—until her father’s passing pulls her back into a world of cryptic clues and forgotten secrets. When an intricately designed Victorian birdcage leads her to a series of mysterious discoveries, Tessa finds herself unraveling more than just her father’s past. With the help of her tech-savvy niece, Piper, they chase clues left behind by her father and try to find answers, as well as the elusive Murphy. But as the mystery deepens, Tessa realizes this isn’t just about uncovering long-buried secrets—it’s about finding her own path and ...

One year into Donald Trump's presidency, the US 2016 presidential election is still being fought by both parties. As the case of Russian hacking and collusion is investigated, and Hillary Clinton desperately attempts to explain what happened to her and why she lost, a more important question, one haunted by shadowy tactics and campaign double-dealing, rings out: what happened to Bernie Sanders?

Set in a world inspired by pre-Shogun era Japan, this is a stunning debut fantasy in the vein of Grace Lin about how a young pearl diver goes to the ends of the earth to rescue her twin sister, who has been stolen by a ghost whale. Kai and Kishi share the same futon, the same face, and the same...

How do you know if you are working for the man? If the bills necessitate you repeatedly going to a place of work Monday to Friday then...you work for the man! If you feel like time seems to speed up at the weekend and you firmly believe that Monday's suck ass...then yes you work for the man. I am here to tell you that life is far too short to spend your best years working to make somebody else rich.

Em Ansiedade e Criatividade , Martha Beck apresenta a ansiedade não como uma inimiga, mas como um sinal de que nossa mente está presa em um ciclo de alerta constante.

· A Compassionate, Real-World Guide: This is not a theoretical manual but a heartfelt companion born from firsthand experience in the trenches of caring for an aging parent. It replaces clinical advice with genuine empathy and hard-won wisdom. · Master the Difficult Conversations: Learn the delicate art of discussing assisted living with your loved one. The book provides actionable strategies to move from confrontation to alliance, using empathy, respect, and smart communication techniques to ease anxiety and build trust. · Navigate the True Costs of Care: Get a clear-eyed breakdown of ...

Getting rich is not a matter of environment, for, if it were, all the people in certain neighborhoods would become wealthy; the people of one city would all be rich, while those of other towns would all be poor; or the inhabitants of one state would roll in wealth, while those of an adjoining state would be in poverty. But everywhere we see rich and poor living side by side, in the same environment, and often engaged in the same vocations.

Steamy Erotic Thriller with Dark Desire and Dangerous Secrets On a fog-drenched Maine cliff, a nomadic nurse seeks refuge in a secluded cottage, only to fall into the orbit of its enigmatic owner—a reclusive writer whose charm masks a sinister hunger. Their encounters ignite a torrid dance of dominance and submission, each touch laced with forbidden lust and emotional turmoil, pulling her deeper into a web of pleasure and dread. As the stakes escalate with a mysterious friend drawn into their dangerous game, hidden cameras and shadowy figures in the pines hint at a darker agenda. This ...

Chad Stone, a NEET gamer, was transported to another world and became an S-rank Barbarian and a genius-level chef. In Volume 2, Chad continues to grow his restaurant and relationships with his monster girl wives who think he is the greatest thing since sliced bread. He will go into dungeons and go on dangerous quests. However, he really just wants to cook at his restaurant.

This lush, dazzling story captures the ultimate single woman's fantasy: A fairy tale comes true when a mysterious benefactor offers three single, attractive career women the use of his Beverly Hills mansion, pool, and credit card for a year. At the exclusive polo grounds, spas, and parties of the very rich, all three women meet the desirable, wealthy men they dreamed of. But as the champagne bubbles fade, each one discovers that the dream has a dark side.

The hottest, most wanted billionaire in town gives me the Best.Night.Ever. asking me to have his baby. So what if it's just a contract. I’m a cocktail waitress at a fancy club. I love it, but finding out my little sister needs expensive medical treatment I’m faced with a tough decision. I ask to be promoted to a dancer position. My hot billionaire boss refuses and gives me an offer I can't turn down. I was desperate and needed money. Catching feelings for my boss wasn’t part of the deal. An heir is all it is supposed to be. After our first night it was obvious why every girl wanted ...

In the finale book of the Winding Creek series, "The Fresh Start," we explore the enduring bond between mother and daughter. As secrets unfold and unexpected revelations come to light, Stella and Julie navigate the complexities of their relationship, striving to mend the fractures of the past and build a future defined by love and understanding. This heartfelt story invites readers on an emotional journey of forgiveness, and the transformative power of family. "The Fresh Start" is a tender exploration of the ties that bind us, proving that, even in the face of life's challenges, the ...

Using powerful speed hypnosis, Craig Beck subliminally reprograms your subconscious beliefs around self-belief, inner peace, and confidence. He combines this unique technique with the ancient Hawaiian healing method of hooponopono, which allows you to experience amazing results in an incredibly short period of time.

This contemporary look at the seventh-century classic The Ladder of Divine Ascent brilliantly illuminates the enduring relevance of centuries-old spiritual concepts. Using real-life stories and experiences, and incorporating all of the major religious traditions, Beck shows how the 30 steps lead to a deeper understanding of the ideas that guide our journeys, provide for our souls, and draw us closer to God.

Zuerst bemerkte niemand, dass sich die Dinge zu verändern begannen. Ein paar Tiere verschwanden. Neue erschienen. Dann tauchten die ersten Monstrositäten auf. Niemand wollte die Wahrheit erkennen, außer Ben Cartwright und die anderen Überlebenden der Abenteuer um jenes Portal in den Tiefen des Amazonas. Nur sie ahnten etwas von der ungeheuren Bedrohung für die menschliche Rasse.